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Turkey Tostadas and Homemade Pico

September 15, 2011 By Taylor 6 Comments

I might be sparking a debate here but… I have an addiction to Mexican Food, I blame it on living in Houston my whole life. Texas has the best Mexican Food in the world. Let me back up by saying our food here in Houston is technically Tex-Mex… but I think it is better than authentic Mexican. Tex-Mex is more flavorful to me… more cumin, cilantro, cheese and meat. I grew up eating Tex-Mex so authentic Mexican is a little bland in my humble opinion. Speaking of my opinion, I have tried “Mexican Food” in other parts of the country and it shouldn’t even be allowed to claim the name. Ask anyone who has left Texas what they miss and Mexican Food is on the list. Tostadas are a favorite at our house and I think I have found the perfect order of ingredients :) I also like to use ground turkey instead of beef. Turkey Tostadas:-Tostada Shells-Refried Black Bean (you need some glue)-Ground Turkey (add a taco seasoning packet)-Shredded Lettuce-Homemade Pico -Queso Fresco or Greek Yogurt (or both)

Homemade Pico-2 tomatoes-1 small white onion-1 jalapeno -1 bunch of cilantro-juice of 2 limes-1/2 tsp saltBack to the controversy of Mexican Food. What do you like better? Have you had TexMex in Houston… why not? Do you live in an area where you “think” you are eating good Mexican Food :) And while I’m asking a bunch of questions… why do some restaurants call them Tostadas and some call them Chalupas? Same with Taquitos and Flautas?? Please discuss.

Asparagus Egg Casserole

August 30, 2011 By Taylor 5 Comments

So far, I am sticking to my new goal of four healthy and vegetable loaded dinners a week. So, I made this last week- Asparagus Egg Casserole. Really it’s the Asparagus, Egg, Feta and Tomato Casserole but that is a little wordy. I just kind of made this recipe up. I wanted some vegetables and I wanted eggs as the main protein one night because healthy food gets expensive y’all – eggs make for a cheap night :) Ingredients:8 eggsmilkceleryyellow onionasparagusfeta cheesetomatosalt and pepperDirections:Preheat your oven to 450. Saute yellow onion and celery in a little olive oil. I added some salt and pepper. Let them cool.

Wash, trim your asparagus into 1/2″ sections. I used the whole bunch. Then, blanch the asparagus.

Beat 8 eggs and add a little milk, salt and pepper.

Make sure the onion/celery mixture and the asparagus are not too hot and add them to the eggs. Add half of your feta cheese.

Mix and add the mixture to the casserole dish. Slice your tomato and place on top of the egg mixture. Top with more feta.

I baked mine at 450 for about an hour. But I think my oven isn’t as powerful as most…? Just keep an eye on it.

Serve with a side salad and Enjoy!

Do you have any healthy casseroles that I should try? They don’t have to be super low fat but they have to have a bunch of veggies… I just made that rule up, I think its appropriate. Also… don’t forget to go enter the Digital Scrapbook Giveaway HERE that is going on through Sunday!

White Wine Sangria

August 11, 2011 By Taylor 6 Comments

As promised, White Wine Sangria. I figured if you had to come to a two year old party, the least I could do is serve Sangria, right? And its just too hot for red wine so, White Wine Sangria it is!

This batch I made was simple, refreshing and low cal because it is made with Fresca. This recipe makes a ton so you can always cut it in half. Add more or less wine to make it as strong/weak as you like.White Wine Sangria:– 1.5 L. Bottle White Wine (I actually used Chardonnay)– 1/2 L. Fresca – 1 can peach nectar-1/2 c. limeade-fresh fruit (I used lemons, oranges, strawberries and peaches)

Margarita Pie

July 27, 2011 By Taylor 6 Comments

I had you at Margarita right? If you know me at all you know how I feel about Margaritas. Not only do I love Margaritas… I also love anything made with Greek Yogurt. So, I whipped up a pie. The recipe is from Oikos (the Greek Yogurt lid), I just added some Triple Sec :)

Ingredients:

1 graham cracker crust

8 oz low fat cream cheese

1 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt

1/4 cup Sugar

1/4 cup Margarita Mix

3 Tbs. Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice

1 Tbs. Triple Sec Liqueur

Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, lime juice, margarita mix and Triple Sec and stir. Then, fold in the yogurt. Pour into a pie crust and freeze a few hours or until firm. I added sliced limes on top for funsies.

On the topic of cold food… anyone have any good recipes for “cold” dinners. I can’t think of anything to make lately because it is so hot here that a hot dinner sounds… hot. All I can think of is Greek Salad which we had tonight by the way. I can’t live of Greek Salad every night… ideas anyone?